Prospect School, in Cockney Hill, Tilehurst, was very pleased to host the first annual ‘Oxford Inspired’ event for Year 11 gifted and talented students from all Reading schools.

The event was organised with Anne-Marie Canning from University College, Oxford, as part of the Reading Cluster Group, which comprises Sixth Form leaders and teachers from a number of Berkshire schools.

The aim of the evening was to encourage students to start thinking about their future plans, both for Sixth Form and beyond.

The event also aimed to assist students in making informed decisions about their

A-level subject choices, which are often crucial to making a successful university application.

The speeches and consultation sessions, presented by staff and students from the University of Oxford were very inspirational and helped

Year 11 students to focus on their aspirations and future choices and the potential impact of their current studies.

This is particularly important as GCSE grades are an important part of any application to university.